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Timothy Papandreou 2024 Speech Titles
Timothy Papandreou is a trusted global thought leader on emerging technologies, moonshots, smart cities, and the future of life & work. Currently, Tim is the Founder and CEO of Emerging Transport Advisors, providing investors, companies, and governments with clarity and guidance on how to best position themselves for massive disruptions ahead.
Previously, Tim led key strategic partnerships at Google X Moonshot Factory where he worked on humankind’s most pressing problems, applying the world’s most advanced technologies and methodologies to create new pathways to market for vital innovation projects. As such, Tim was an early, key member of the founding team behind Waymo - the world’s first self-driving robotaxi, trucking and delivery vehicle technology.
Tim is also the former Chief Innovation Officer at San Francisco MTA -where he led cross-functional teams, and on behalf of the Mayor, implemented urban mobility technology centered on sustainability, social equity, and climate resiliency - making him an expert in holistic community-centered smart city tools that benefit the broader economy.
He presently serves as a trusted key advisor and mentor in several emerging technology spaces - including Google X, Stakeborg’s web3/crypto investment and education platform; the expert in-residence at 11.2 venture builder studio (mentoring AI & fintech supply chain startups); and a Senior Partner at Monaco Foundry- a first-of-its-kind platform that increases the early success rate of sustainability-focused startups through accreditation and unique web3 support systems. He is also a holder and member of the Onchain Monkey community- a web 3 non-fungible token community focused on building the web3 metaverse.
Tim is a digital nomad, as he regularly attends and presents at conferences and events around the world. His diverse public and private systems experience makes him a highly sought after speaker.
Tim’s unique insights and thought leadership draws from his strong track record to see the signs, lead cross-functional teams, build partnerships and deliver moonshot innovation.
Smart Cities: The intelligent management of complex systems using disruptive technology and what it means for the future of life & work
DESCRIPTION:
More than half the world’s population now lives in cities. Navigating these contemporary urban environments is affecting how we live, work and get around - particularly, as we recognise our vulnerability to climate disruption.
Our way of life has changed more in the past five years than the previous 50 - and the next ten will have even greater changes. We can’t afford business as usual.
The converging trends of electrification, automation, and on-demand services have already started and they will continue to accelerate profound changes to all our lives in both subtle and dramatic ways.
In this captivating speech, Tim explores the intersection of emerging technology, sustainability and innovative infrastructure - and how life as we know it will never be the same again.
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and how to prepare your organization to seize new opportunities.
Service’ business model, where AI-enabled super apps are
integrating all aspects of life in more sustainable and resilient ways
technological advances promise to help us lead more comfortable and productive lives, the ever increasing reach of data, privacy and sovereignty create big societal questions
WHO IS THIS SPEECH FOR?
This keynote is vital for everyone from general audiences to forward-thinking strategists because the point of access is simply to be a human who connects with other humans. Everyone who lives and works will be captivated by Tim’s visionary insights into the future. Tim can always tailor his speech to deliver bespoke content for your audience.
Key Trends I Smart Cities I Sustainability I Climate I Resilient Cities I On-Demand I
Electrification I Automation I Innovation I Infrastructure
The Moon-shot Approach: Combining courage, audacity and technology to achieve the impossible
DESCRIPTION:The courage to set audacious goals and explore new applications of disruptive technology is identifying a third way of achieving success - commercializing radical solutions and challenging what we thought wasn’t possible.
Timothy Papandreou spent years at Google X, the renowned innovation division, positioned at the apex of a global problem, a radical solution, and breakthrough technology. Synonymous with the Google X brand, ‘Moonshot’ thinking refers to a visionary technique of implementing a future-oriented approach to solving some of humankind’s most challenging obstacles. The philosophy is named after John F. Kennedy's dream to send a man to the moon. Another definitive example of a moonshot is often self-driving cars - the exact project Tim worked on - delivering Waymo to market.
The world is going through a tectonic shift in unprecedented technology advancement. At the same time, society is (in some ways) stalling its progress due to inequality and rising polarity. We’re seeing these mega trends of AI-centered digitalization, electrification, and automation catapult the level of progress ((whilst raising questions that have yet to be answered... “stay tuned”)). This allows us to see, for the first time, multiple moonshot ideas turn into commercialized products and services.
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WHO IS THIS SPEECH FOR?
This speech will be captivating for even the most general of audiences because it explores the projects that will propel humankind into the future - and Tim’s profound knowledge and straightforward delivery style make it a fascinating yet accessible keynote. For niche audiences, perhaps working on moonshots of their own, Tim is able to tailor this speech and deliver bespoke content - he is also happy to host breakout sessions and roundtable discussions to tackle specific concepts and share his expert insights.
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Moonshots I Key Trends I Innovation I Startups I Energy I Mobility I Ground-Sea-Air I Agtech I Drones I Space
The New Work Normal - Emerging leadership trends and the importance of workplace culture for high performing teams
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The future of working is upending all our preconceived notions of a strong team. The global Covid pandemic bifurcated our economy into those that can work from home and those that can’t. Resulting in big gaps in our future outlook. At the same time, the fear of robotics has become less of a scare and more of an embrace - actually creating more jobs than thought - coinciding with labor shortages and localization of products (an effect of globalized supply chain issues).
Workplace culture is the glue that keeps organizations together - from remote working, hybrid and onsite options, working with intergenerational teams and distributed teams. Moreso, culture is key to high performing teams.
How do you create and keep a high functioning culture in such a volatile, flexible and open working environment? Big and bold ideas are needed to create the vision, but even more courageous actions are required to lead these teams in new ways to support and retain our valuable team members.
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leading organizations are using to stay competitive while retaining
valuable talent
prototyping and ‘learning while doing,’ to keep your strategy focused
on helping improve day to day operations
WHO IS THIS SPEECH FOR?
This speech will have a powerful impact on people in leadership roles, upper middle managers (as well as executive teams), professional services and industry groups (including associations). This speech contains practical and accessible solutions, from someone who is currently implementing them, and has real-world examples and expertise. Uplifting and motivating, this speech will be a catalyst for future success.
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Leadership I Cross-Functional Teams I Design Thinking I System Thinking I Rapid Prototyping I Change Management I Moonshot Strategy I Innovation I Work Culture From NFTS, to crypto currency and blockchains - How to prepare your organization for the digital shift to Web 3
DESCRIPTION:
We’re at the sunset of Web 2 (our current internet, owned by a few mega corporations) and at the dawn of Web 3 (which is more decentralized and open to all). From crypto currency, to digital assets (art, music, etc), to transparent smart contracts, there are boundless opportunities for new areas of growth and capitalization. There is also so much hype and so many terms it's hard to keep up and see what's real and what’s just fluff. In this welcoming talk, Tim breaks down Web 3 and all its components in simple to understand terms. He will also provide a compelling call to action, explaining market opportunity, as this is the biggest generational change in how we source information, transact contracts, procure and secure digital assets, and so much more.
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WHO IS THIS SPEECH FOR?
This speech will be captivating for even the most general of audiences because it explores the future state of our assets and the next phase of the internet where we are in charge of our data. Timothy gives a dynamic and enthusiastic presentation in a tactical, practical and accessible way for the audiences - and goes deeper for specific industry insights - to bring everyone up to speed on this rapidly evolving landscape. The audience will leave feeling entertained and educated on the future of the internet.
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CEO at Emerging Transport Advisors | Strategic Advisor at Google X Moonshot Factory | Former Strategic Partnerships Leader at Google X Moonshot Factory | Former CIO at MTA | Founder at Waymo
